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Joni earned the 2026 Grammy for Best Historical Album for Joni Mitchell Archives - Volume 4: The Asylum Years — 1976-1980, celebrating a project that showcases an important slice of her influential career. The collection was carefully curated, remastered, and annotated to preserve Mitchell’s artistry while providing insight into her creative evolution.
Joni will be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 JUNO Awards. She will be celebrated with one of Canada’s highest artistic distinctions at the ceremony in Hamilton, Ontario, on March 29. The National Arts Centre will present the accolade in recognition of her unparalleled influence on music and culture across generations. More information here
Today, SOCAN launches Music Creator Day to celebrate Canadian music, and the talented songwriters, composers and music publishers who make it possible. This year marks SOCAN's 100th Anniversary of championing Canadian music creators - empowering them to tell our stories, enrich our culture, and earn a living from their craft. Acknowledged by the Honourable Senator René Cormier on Nov. 4, 2025, in the Senate, and Member of Parliament David Myles in the House of Commons on Nov. 6, 2025, from now on, November 7 will be recognized annually as Music Creator Day, coinciding with the birthday of iconic Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell.
"Thank you for honouring my work in this manner," said Mitchell. "Although I have lived mostly in the States since I was 21, I live part-time in B.C. I have always been proud to be a Canadian, and lately more than ever." More information here
"Joni Mitchell Archives – Volume 4: The Asylum Years (1976-1980)" has been nominated in the "Best Historical Album" category. (Patrick Milligan & Joni Mitchell, compilation producers; Bernie Grundman, mastering engineer). The Grammy Award ceremony will be held on February 1. More information here
Joni will receive the cultural impact award for "Both Sides, Now," which the organization says "left an indelible mark on music and culture, inspiring generations with its timeless beauty and profound artistry." The SOCAN Awards will be held on Sept. 24 at Toronto's Rebel concert venue, with winners in a multitude of categories announced during the event. More information here
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Inspired by the music of Joni Mitchell from her early teens, Jan learnt her first alternate tunings on the guitar and honed her vocals singing along to her first LP purchase called, 'The World of Joni Mitchell'. Over the years the originality and brilliance of Joni's music continued to inspire a lifetime of performing to audiences at folk clubs, festivals and listening audiences NZ wide. Jan will be singing songs from the albums Clouds, Blue, Court and Spark, Hejira and For The Roses, just some of Joni's best albums. This is the 14th Joni Mitchell tribute concert Jan and her band have performed to great reviews. More information here
"I will be playing with a seven piece band and we will be performing everything from Song to a Seagull and Blue through her Jazz era with Mingus and “Shadows and Light” up until today with her Newport Jazz live record. Plus, we will be celebrating the 50th Anniversary of “Hejira”. I also play the dulcimer and guitar!" More information here
Celebrating the brilliance of Joni's Ballads, Art Songs, and Jazz, The Joni Mitchell Situation invites you to come in out of the wet cold to hear her words and music live, presented with heart and good humor. Kate Foley-Beining on vocals, piano, guitar, and dulcimer is backed by Sonoma County jazz greats: Tom Shader on bass, Kevin Dillon on drums, and Christian Foley-Beining on guitar. Experience her genre-bending array of styles from Goodbye Porkpie Hat to The Fiddle and the Drum, from Black Crow to Shine. More information here
For the love of Joni! Enjoy a rare opportunity to hear an evening of some of Joni Mitchell’s best-loved songs with her own original arrangements, including her orchestration, performed live by superb musicians. Song videos and fascinating background insights trace her journey from 1970’s folk icon through her sold-out live tours, and then her transition into an innovative jazz star. Featuring Leslie Anne Ballard, lead vocal and flute; Christian Martirano, keyboards; Tony Traina, drums; Corky Ballard, bass; Butch Taylor, guitar, and Steve Moran, sax.
In a busy music career in New York City, Leslie regularly performed with a wide range of musical styles, including the Amato Opera, Jerriese Johnson Gospel Choir, Wexford Gaelic Trio, as well as singing backup vocals on albums. While listening to your favorite Joni songs, enjoy Aquilas' Nest Vineyards' superb selection of wines, fruit slushies, mocktails, and Aquila's cheese and fruit baskets. Cousin's Maine Lobster mobile will be serving, and guests are also welcome to bring their own food and snacks. Doors open at 4:00pm. Under 18 free with adult.
Your VIP Experience: Exclusive reserved seating in our cozy indoor tasting room, A superb selection of wines (minimum $10 drink purchase required per guest), Delicious non-alcoholic options available for all to enjoy, Thoughtfully curated seating arrangements by our hostess for a truly intimate experience. More information here
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